Chevrolet Colorado vs GMC Canyon: towing
For 2006, both print the same conventional maximum of 4,000 lb. Comparing the best row for the same cab and drivetrain, the Chevrolet Colorado is higher in 0 of 6 setups and the GMC Canyon in 0. Across 17 model years where both are cited, the Chevrolet Colorado led 2 times, the GMC Canyon 0 times, with 15 ties.
Every figure is a printed manufacturer chart value for its own model year. Maximums need specific equipment; the same-setup table is the fairer comparison.
2006: same cab, same drivetrain
2006 is the newest year with substantial chart coverage for both trucks. Best printed conventional rating for each body style; “No row” means the transcribed chart has none for that setup. Extended cab groups SuperCab, Double Cab, Quad Cab, King Cab and Access Cab; crew groups SuperCrew, CrewMax and Mega Cab.
| Setup | Chevrolet Colorado | GMC Canyon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular cab 2WD | 4,000 lb 3.5L I5, Regular Cab, 3.42 axle, GM model code S15403; Automatic transmission | 4,000 lb 3.5L I5, Regular Cab, 3.42 axle, GM model code S15403; Automatic transmission | Tie |
| Regular cab 4WD | 4,000 lb 3.5L I5, Regular Cab, 3.42 axle, GM model code T15403; Automatic transmission | 4,000 lb 3.5L I5, Regular Cab, 3.42 axle, GM model code T15403; Automatic transmission | Tie |
| Extended cab 2WD | 4,000 lb 3.5L I5, Extended Cab, 3.42 axle, GM model code S15653; Automatic transmission | 4,000 lb 3.5L I5, Extended Cab, 3.42 axle, GM model code S15653; Automatic transmission | Tie |
| Extended cab 4WD | 4,000 lb 3.5L I5, Extended Cab, 3.42 axle, GM model code T15653; Automatic transmission | 4,000 lb 3.5L I5, Extended Cab, 3.42 axle, GM model code T15653; Automatic transmission | Tie |
| Crew cab 2WD | 4,000 lb 3.5L I5, Crew Cab, 3.42 axle, GM model code S15643; Automatic transmission | 4,000 lb 3.5L I5, Crew Cab, 3.42 axle, GM model code S15643; Automatic transmission | Tie |
| Crew cab 4WD | 4,000 lb 3.5L I5, Crew Cab, 3.42 axle, GM model code T15643; Automatic transmission | 4,000 lb 3.5L I5, Crew Cab, 3.42 axle, GM model code T15643; Automatic transmission | Tie |
2006 rating ranges
| Hitch | Chevrolet Colorado | GMC Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| Conventional | 1,400–4,000 lb | 1,400–4,000 lb |
2006 Chevrolet Colorado by engine
- 3.5L I52,800–4,000 lb
- 2.8L I41,400–3,300 lb
Source: General Motors, 2006 GM Light Duty Special Applications - Trailering Information
2006 GMC Canyon by engine
- 3.5L I52,800–4,000 lb
- 2.8L I41,400–3,300 lb
Source: General Motors, 2006 GM Light Duty Special Applications - Trailering Information
Year by year
Highest cited conventional rating for each model year. A blank means that year is not cited or the model was not sold, never zero.
| Year | Chevrolet Colorado | GMC Canyon | Higher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7,700 lb | 7,700 lb | Tie |
| 2025 | 7,700 lb | 7,700 lb | Tie |
| 2024 | 7,700 lb | 7,700 lb | Tie |
| 2023 | 7,700 lb | 7,700 lb | Tie |
| 2022 | 7,700 lb | 7,700 lb | Tie |
| 2021 | 7,700 lb | 7,700 lb | Tie |
| 2020 | 7,700 lb | 7,700 lb | Tie |
| 2019 | 7,700 lb | 7,700 lb | Tie |
| 2018 | 7,700 lb | 7,700 lb | Tie |
| 2017 | 7,700 lb | 7,600 lb | Colorado |
| 2016 | 7,700 lb | 7,600 lb | Colorado |
| 2015 | 7,000 lb | 7,000 lb | Tie |
| 2012 | 6,000 lb | 6,000 lb | Tie |
| 2011 | 6,000 lb | 6,000 lb | Tie |
| 2010 | 6,000 lb | 6,000 lb | Tie |
| 2008 | — | 6,000 lb | |
| 2007 | 4,000 lb | — | |
| 2006 | 4,000 lb | 4,000 lb | Tie |
| 2005 | 4,000 lb | 4,000 lb | Tie |